Description
The book offers a fresh perspective on the history of sports and the transformations of its functions throughout history. First, we will be transported to the cradle of sports, Mesopotamia, and learn about the circumstances under which physical activities began to develop. This is followed by chapters on sports in Egypt, extensive information about the beginnings of sports in Greece, the emergence of the ancient Olympic Games, their atmosphere, and organizers. There are also chapters on Rome and its much-loved gladiatorial games. (sports in the sign of bull horns, what it looked like in Olympia, gladiatorial games, Arthurian games, hunting as a sport, the birth of football, games of gentlemen, modern Olympic Games)
Information
Author: Sommer Jiří
Language: Czech
Publication date: November 1, 2003
Manufacturer: FONTÁNA ESOTERA, s.r.o.
Genres: Sport, Books, Non-fiction literature, Health, weight loss, and sports
Type: Hardcover books
Pages: 279
ISBN/EAN: 9788073361167